If you are motivated and believe in the credit union philosophy of "People Helping People," join our team!

Position Overview

To provide project- based learning and real-world experience to rising Sophomore, Junior, Senior and Graduate students. This cohort experience will provide opportunities to enhance professionalism, train cross-functionally and receive mentorship from a designated resource within the assigned branch.

This is a paid internship opportunity for the Spring 2027 semester.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assigned project-based research and presentation to be shared with leadership at the conclusion of the program.
• Collaborates effectively and professionally with branch coworkers and departments across the organization to aid in research and development of project.
• Accountable for understanding SECU products and services and providing recommendations to membership based on their needs.
• Obtains entry-level exposure to branch services and operations.
• Performs administrative duties such as greeting members, answering phones, filing paperwork, and performing other clerical duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates exemplary customer service through interactions with membership.

NC Locations

• Cullowhee - 4801 Little Savannah Rd Cullowhee, NC 28723
• Granite Falls - 145 N Highland Ave Granite Falls, NC 28630

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Currently enrolled full-time at a US – NC based accredited university/college.
• Must commit to a 10 – 12-week internship program.
• Must commit to at least 10 hours per week.
• GPA of 2.8 or higher.
• Authorized to work in the Unites States without Sponsorship now or in the future or without receiving CPT/OPT through university/college.
• Must be a rising Sophomore, Junior, Senior or Graduate Student.

Job Environment

• Office setting with physical proximity to other employees. 
• Some background noise from other employees, copy machine, and telephone.
• Onsite.

Physical Demands

• Sitting for prolonged periods.
• Bending/standing for prolonged periods.
• Carrying up to 5 lbs.
• Lifting to 5 lbs.
• Push/ pull up to 5 lbs.
• Filing for prolonged periods.
• Telephone for prolonged periods.
• Computer for prolonged periods.

SECU provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law.

Disclaimer

State Employees' Credit Union reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower level based on business need.